The Human Mountain
1909
charcoal
canvas
From the collection of Munch Museum
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Edvard Munch
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
See the richer artist page1909
charcoal
canvas
From the collection of Munch Museum
The Human Mountain is a 1909 charcoal by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.
The painting, The Human Mountain, depicts a mountain-like figure with a face and arms, set against a dark background. The figure's face is contorted in a mixture of emotions, with its arms outstretched to the sides. The overall mood of the painting is one of turmoil and intensity. The use of tempera as the medium adds a sense of texture and depth to the painting, with visible brushstrokes and layering. The dark colors used in the background serve to heighten the sense of drama and tension in the figure. The painting's focus on a single, central figure creates a sense of isolation and introspection. To learn more about the artist behind this work, look up Edvard Munch.
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
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